Christmas Light Show at The Cathedral Christmas Illum<strong>in</strong>ations for the third year. This stunn<strong>in</strong>g event has become a major festive spectacle <strong>in</strong> the city, attract<strong>in</strong>g people locally and from across the region to come together and celebrate the joy of this special season. We’re also pleased to once aga<strong>in</strong> be tak<strong>in</strong>g part <strong>in</strong> the Christmas Tree Festive <strong>in</strong>side the cathedral.” The Christmas Light Show runs from 5.30pm on 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th and 22nd December. Tickets are available on the Cathedral’s website now and are priced reasonably at £10 per adult, £7.50 per child, £30 for a family ticket, and under 3s go FREE. www.lichfield-cathedral.org/lightshow The <strong>Lichfield</strong> Cathedral Light Show is back! <strong>Lichfield</strong> Cathedral has been delight<strong>in</strong>g its visitors for years with an annual Christmas Light Show, with visitors describ<strong>in</strong>g the experience as ‘mesmeris<strong>in</strong>g and magical’, and ‘perfect to get <strong>in</strong>to the Christmas spirit’. For <strong>2023</strong>, <strong>Lichfield</strong> Cathedral promises another spectacular show delivered by the acclaimed animation team: Illum<strong>in</strong>os. There will be audiovisual shows on the Bishop’s Palace and West Front and the festive experience will cont<strong>in</strong>ue <strong>in</strong>side the Cathedral alongside a visit to the stunn<strong>in</strong>g Christmas Tree Festival. Illum<strong>in</strong>os will be us<strong>in</strong>g the popular carol ‘In the Bleak Midw<strong>in</strong>ter’ to tell the Christmas story, <strong>in</strong>troduc<strong>in</strong>g visitors to a k<strong>in</strong>d and generous fox who gives gifts to other animals he meets along his journey to see the newborn baby Jesus. Jan McFarlane, Interim Dean of <strong>Lichfield</strong>, said: “When the team at Illum<strong>in</strong>os came to us with their concept for <strong>2023</strong> we were blown away. Last year they delivered a West Front team<strong>in</strong>g with s<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>g angels, and we didn’t know how they could top that! ‘In the Bleak Midw<strong>in</strong>ter’ is such a recognised and well-loved carol, so with the haunt<strong>in</strong>g tune and beautiful lyrics as the backdrop, they will weave <strong>in</strong> the journey of a fox to the manger. The fox represents the outsider, often greeted with suspicion but even so <strong>in</strong> this story the fox offers what he has to those animals he meets along the way. There is someth<strong>in</strong>g profound <strong>in</strong> the Christ Child accept<strong>in</strong>g the offer<strong>in</strong>gs of those who are treated with suspicion by others. We loved this concept so much that we are go<strong>in</strong>g to base our Christmas Eve Crib Service on it. We <strong>in</strong>vite everyone to come along, this has become somewhat of a tradition for many people from all over the region and if you haven’t been along yet, do come and jo<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong>! You are always welcome at your Cathedral.” The Christmas Light Show is sponsored by Richard W<strong>in</strong>terton Auctioneers who said: “We are delighted to sponsor <strong>Lichfield</strong> Cathedral’s Luxe Nails By Helen Smith Brand new nail and beauty salon, Luxe Nails <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lichfield</strong>, recently opened its doors so I was delighted to pop along and get my nails done just <strong>in</strong> time for my holiday <strong>in</strong> October. On enter<strong>in</strong>g the salon, I was met by a beautifully and stylishly decorated, welcom<strong>in</strong>g environment and the friendly owner, Sally. She took my coat, offered me a coffee and a seat, and after a chat about my lifestyle and nails habits, I decided to go for the BIAB (Builder Gel) to help grow my nails as this is a more hardwear<strong>in</strong>g f<strong>in</strong>ish. I also added a French tip for a timelessly classic look. After be<strong>in</strong>g made comfortable the preparation on my nails began with my cuticles be<strong>in</strong>g treated and my nails filed meticulously, ready for the base and the BIAB to be applied. I chose a neutral colour to accompany the French tip for a natural f<strong>in</strong>ish. The atmosphere <strong>in</strong> the salon is very relaxed and we all had lovely chats, which made me feel very welcome and comfortable. My nails were f<strong>in</strong>ished perfectly, they look natural, stylish and aren’t too long so I can still go about my daily activities without feel<strong>in</strong>g restricted. I am extremely happy with the end result and will def<strong>in</strong>itely be mak<strong>in</strong>g this my new nail bar from now on. I cannot recommend this beautiful salon, Sally and the dedicated team highly enough. They work to exceptional standards and have excellent customer service, plus the prices are also great value, with £5 off your first visit and a follow-up loyalty card with offers of 10% and 20% discounts. Whilst Luxe Nails does take walk <strong>in</strong> customers, it is advised to book <strong>in</strong> advance to avoid disappo<strong>in</strong>tment. Open Monday – Saturday, the salon is located at 6 Dam Street. Tel: 01543 728575 Email: Luxenailslichfield@outlook.com 24
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